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For which positive integers \(n\) is the sum \(S_n\) of the first \(n\) natural numbers exactly divisible by \(n\)?

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Correct answer: Only odd \(n\)

Since \(S_n=\frac{n(n+1)}{2}\), we get \(\frac{S_n}{n}=\frac{n+1}{2}\). This is an integer only when \(n+1\) is even, so \(n\) must be odd. Being prime is not required; \(9\) also works. Exam tip: divide the sum formula by the given divisor first.

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Natural NumbersSum FormulaDivisibilityNumber PropertiesSequences And ProgressionsSum Of First N Natural NumbersMathematicsClass 9 Mcq

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